Fabrication Co-Op

Position Purpose:

Welds components in a heavy manufacturing environment. Operates equipment, conducts required quality checks and interprets production work orders.

Essential Functions:

• Supply and operate welding systems. Make running adjustments as needed.
• Operate plasma cutters and material handling equipment such as overhead hoists and cranes.
• Lay out, position, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment as scheduled.
• Meet established production standards.
• Conduct required quality checks using basic measuring equipment.
• Accurately report daily activities on work orders, QAD Reporting, and Kanban cards and other media as required.
• Exercise safe working habits while operating machines. Keep machine and work areas clean and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with the Quality Management System.
• Adhere to Auxiliary Axle Systems Employee Handbook
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Education and Training

• Must be pursuing High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass Hendrickson weld test.
• Must be able to reach and understand blueprints with geometric tolerancing.
• Be self-motivated and have strong initiative and strong communication skills.
• Computer skills required.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand; walk; bend; balance; and grasp. Occasionally required to climb; squat; or kneel.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.

Environmental Conditions

• Constant exposure to loud noises
• Frequent atmospheric exposure

Behavioral Traits

• Cooperation
• Production Focus
• Innovation
• Attention to Detail

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Req Benefits: We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.